Try It Wheel Throwing Class

Description

Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, our seasoned potter will expertly guide you through the process, ensuring a fun and engaging class for all levels. Jump in and learn the basics of making a sturdy stoneware piece(s). In this class, you will: Learn the basics of throwing on the wheel: Our experienced potter will provide step-by-step instructions on how to center your clay on the wheel and create a bowl or vessel our of our quality stoneware clay. Create three different pots: During the class, you will have the chance to throw three pots. If you'd like to keep a pot you throw it's just $35 each. Trim, dry, bisque, and glaze fire your pots: Your favorite pot(s) will be carefully trimmed, dried, bisque fired, glazed and finish fired. After three weeks, they will be ready for you to pick up. Choose your glaze: You will be able to choose from a selection of our available glazes for your kept pieces. Your selected glaze will be dip-glazed by our team for a beautiful, even finish. If you'd prefer to have your piece brush-glazed with a different glaze, it is just an additional $5 per piece. Instruction and demonstration: Our potter will provide thorough instruction and demonstrations to help you understand and master the basics of wheel throwing. You will also learn how to properly clean and care for the wheel. Please come dressed for a little mess, aprons are provided. It's important to note that firing your piece is not included in the $50 class fee. However, for a nominal fee of $35 per pot, we will fire your additional pots. Approximately two weeks after the class, you can return to pick up your final glazed piece. Please keep in mind that all pots created in this class will be held for a period of 60 days. After that time, they will no longer be available for pickup. Additionally, due to class size and availability, we do not offer refunds or rescheduling of classes. This Try It Thursday Wheel Clay Throwing Class is open to ages 16 and up. For artists under 16, we require a parent also be registered and prepared to assist their child during their throwing experience. It's a wonderful opportunity to explore your creativity and enjoy the therapeutic art of clay throwing. IMPORTANT NOTICE: While rare, accidents can happen during the kiln firing process. If your clay project is affected, we will provide a credit equal to the cost of your piece, which you can use for an in-studio paint project.